The LFL Spring Split 2024 playoffs continued on Thursday evening with the 2nd Bo5 of the first round. Vitality.Bee faced off against Team GO, a duel dominated and won by Selfmade and his team with a net score of 3-0. The victory secures them a place in the next round, where they will meet the Gentlemen in an attempt to qualify for the EMEA Masters.
Vitality.bee on many
As six of the best teams from the regular season compete in a juggernaut format to win the coveted title of French champions, the stakes are high. In addition to championship ambitions, these teams are fighting for the third and final available spot for the 2024 EMEA Masters Spring Split, needing to win their next two matches to reach the top 3 in the playoffs. The rest of the 2024 LFL Spring Split playoffs continue with increasing intensity, as we enter the second Bo5 of the first round of the playoff bracket.
Vitality.Bee, who finished the regular season in fourth place with a total of 10 wins from 18 matches, faces Team GO, a team that finished in fifth place with 9 wins, just behind their opponent of the day. With their previous clashes in the regular season ending in a tie (1-1), this encounter promises to be close and very intense indeed. Both teams’ performances over the nine weeks of competition suggest a fierce and balanced battle for victory, but the Hive seem to have a slight advantage in this clash.
The winner of this duel will prepare to meet the Gentlemen in the next round, which is scheduled for next week, Thursday March 28. Gentle Mets have already proved themselves by winning yesterday’s match against BK ROG (3-1) showing their determination and thirst for victory. With qualification for the EMEA in their sights, this next step represents much more than just a playoff match: it’s a chance to keep dreaming big and get closer to the goal.
Game 1
In this first round between Vitality and GO, Vitality’s superiority was clearly demonstrated from the very first moments of the game. The team capitalized on GO’s every little mistake, turning these opportunities into significant advantages in terms of kills and gold. A team fight in the 11th minute not only allowed Vitality to secure the dragon, but also solidified their lead in gold at 4k. After a brief period of lull around the quarter-hour mark, Vitality once again proved their superiority during a team fight in the 20th minute. This victory opened the way for a decisive push, which was reinforced by Nashor Buff. At this point, with an 11k gold difference, Vitality’s lead was overwhelming, making it virtually impossible for GO to turn the tide.
The situation changed in the 25th minute when Vitality managed to secure the first Nashor. However, the formation of GO, carried out by Jacks of Lot and Jezu’s Smolder, began to take significant damage, undermining the effectiveness of the Nashor buff for Vitality. A team fight before the 30th minute saw Vitality take advantage of the better position to gain an advantage over GO. With this victory in hand, Jom quickly moved towards the enemy base, determined to end the game. The final collision in the 33rd minute ultimately decided the fate of the match, with Vitality displaying decisive superiority and delivering the final blow to Team GO.
3-0 cm for the hive
Vitality’s superiority was clearly demonstrated in the first two rounds of this Bo5. Bee, who dominated without question leaving few chances to his opponent. The third game, although slightly more competitive, underlined the Hive’s dominant form and mastery. This Bo5 not only highlighted Vitality.Bee’s level of play but also revealed the team’s potential for the challenges ahead, especially next week’s EMEA Masters qualifiers, where they will face Gentle Mates. The match against Gotaga’s team is shaping up to be an exciting encounter, where Vitality.Bee will have a chance to prove their worth and secure their spot for the European tournament. Until then, the LFL meets us on Wednesday March 27 with a Bo5 between BDS Academy and Carmine Corp Blue, which will determine the first finalist of this Spring Split Playoffs.
We missed out completely today, a shame after our preparation which was going well, but we were just absent. Not much to say, it’s a real disappointment after what we were able to show. Well done to the Vitas, they were way above that.
Duke, head coach of Team GO
I have no words. We were awful, especially the first two games. We couldn’t fix our mistakes in time, nothing to say, sorry. See you in the summer
Bonus, support for Team GO
LFL Playoff Schedule
Wednesday 20 March
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finish
BK ROG Esports
Gentle fellows
playoffs
Thursday 21 March
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finish
life force.fly
Team GO
playoffs
Wednesday 27 March
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6:00 p.m
BDS Academy
Carmine Corp Blue
playoffs
Thursday 28 March
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6:00 pm
Gentle fellows
life force.fly
playoffs
Friday March 29
6:00 pm : Round 3
Friday 5 April
6:00 pm : Grand Finale